Leo had been living a peaceful life when, suddenly, his tranquility was shattered by his haunting past. Someone he thought he'd escaped, someone he believed was behind him for good, was now chasing him once more. This time, no matter where Leo ran or hid, the person was relentless-coming for him.
.....
Leo's skin crawled under the touch, his breath shallow as he forced himself to speak. "Stop."
The figure's eyes flashed with something dark, something possessive. "Stop?" he repeated, his voice a low whisper, like a soft hum in Leo's ear. "You don't really want me to stop."
Leo's heart pounded, his vision blurring at the edges. "I'm not-" His voice broke, and he clenched his jaw, trying to pull himself together. "I'm not the same person you knew."
The figure's smile returned, colder now, more menacing. "Neither am I."
Before Leo could react, the figure's hand wrapped around his wrist, gripping tightly, pulling him closer. Leo gasped, his body stiffening as he was yanked forward, their faces now inches apart. He could feel the figure's breath on his skin, cold and unsettling, his eyes burning into him with an intensity that made Leo's stomach twist.
"What do you want from me?" Leo's voice wavered, his chest tightening as the reality of the situation settled in.
The figure's lips curled into a smirk, his grip tightening. "I want you to remember. I want you to feel what you've tried to forget."
Leo's mind raced, his thoughts scrambling for a way out. But before he could say anything, the figure's hand slid from his wrist to the back of his neck, pulling him in sharply. Their lips collided, a hard, forceful kiss that sent a shock through Leo's entire body.
Leo's breath hitched, his mind screaming in protest, but his body was frozen, trapped in the overwhelming force of the moment. The figure's grip tightened, his kiss rough, claiming, as if trying to erase every part of Leo that had moved on, every part that had healed.
Meet Thakur Rudra Pratap Singh, a 35-year-old man who heads the powerful Mandawa Thakur family, known for their historical dominance. Despite being immensely wealthy and influential, his heart is hardened due to internal family conflicts, turning him into a stoic figure. He made a solemn vow to his mother to prioritize the family above all else, even sacrificing the prospect of marriage to dedicate himself entirely to their success.
However, his devotion to his family becomes his burden as they become the source of his inner turmoil. His tough exterior makes him unapproachable, instilling fear in those who dare to interact with him.
Yet, fate intervenes and introduces someone unexpected into his life.
Enter Paridhi, a 22-year-old girl from an upper-middle-class family. She exudes sweetness and innocence, though she tends to keep to herself, opening up only to those close to her. Her life seems on track, especially as she nears the fulfillment of her dream: marrying the love of her life. However, when circumstances force her to compromise and accept her family's wishes, she reluctantly complies.
But what happens when their significant age difference becomes a factor? Will they be able to bridge the gap and accept each other despite the odds stacked against them?
This is a tale of shattered trust, broken by those closest to them. Amidst such turmoil, will they find understanding and acceptance in each other's arms?
Do not copy.